BasketNews reported on June 9, 2025, that Mike James, the EuroLeague star, is exploring options to leave AS Monaco despite his contract running through 2027, following an indefinite suspension and fine imposed just before the French League semifinals against ASVEL. The move stems from a disputed disciplinary action, with James removed from team activities, per the report, and the EuroLeague Players Association (ELPA) stepping in, as L’Equipe linked the suspension to a police-involved restaurant incident, which James denies, claiming insufficient evidence.
Stellar 2024-25 Season
James, who averaged 15.9 points, 5.8 assists, and 1.1 steals in 29 minutes during the 2024-25 EuroLeague season, led Monaco to their first championship game. His playoff heroics included 16.6 points and 6.4 assists over five games against Barcelona, with standout Final Four performances of 17 points against Olympiacos and Fenerbahce. Named to the All-EuroLeague Second Team in 2025, James ranks as the league’s all-time leading scorer, after earning MVP in 2024.
Posted on: 9 June 2025, 12:12 CET
